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You will be provided training on all aspects of Intermediate First Aid and CPR, through classroom learning and practical learning. Your certification is valid for three years. Courses will cover: medical/legal aspects spinal injuries bone and joint injuries abdominal and chest injuries burns and medical emergencies CPR-C and AED certification Prerequisite: None Please bring: Comfortable clothing, pen, notebook, water bottle, snacks Forms/waivers: None
Time
8:00 AM
Tuesday • 8 hours
Venue
Father David Bauer Arena
2424 UNIVERSITY DR NW
Saturday, May 2, 2026 • 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM
This skating lesson for kids with some experience will help to improve their coordination and balance on the ice. Through drills and activities, they will learn: how to skate forwards snowplow stop walking backwards walking crossovers Prerequisite: Skating lessons 1 or equivalent. Please bring: CSA approved hockey helmet, ice skates (Ensure skates are sharp. We do not provide skate sharpening), gloves/mittens Be prepared: Skate & Helmet Guidelines , Information about Helmets Video and Learn to Skate Program Video Forms/waivers: None
Venue: Father David Bauer Arena
Saturday, May 2, 2026 • 1:10 AM - 1:55 AM
You will learn how to become more confident on the ice in this beginner skating lesson. Through drills and activities, you will learn the basics of skating and be able to expand on skills, such as: standing falling pushing forwards and backwards stopping Prerequisite: None Please bring: CSA approved hockey helmet, ice skates (Ensure skates are sharp. We do not provide skate sharpening), gloves/mittens Be prepared: Skate & Helmet Guidelines , Information about Helmets Video and Learn to Skate Program Video Forms/waivers: None
Venue: Father David Bauer Arena
Saturday, May 9, 2026 • 1:10 AM - 1:55 AM
Kids who can confidently skate forwards and know how to skate backwards will increase their edge control and speed in this skating lesson. Through drills and activities, they will learn: forward circle thrusts forward slaloms backward glides how to change skating direction edge control on a turn Prerequisite: Skating lessons 3 or equivalent. Please bring: CSA approved hockey helmet, ice skates (Ensure skates are sharp. We do not provide skate sharpening), gloves/mittens Be prepared: Skate & Helmet Guidelines , Information about Helmets Video and Learn to Skate Program Video Forms/waivers: None
Venue: Father David Bauer Arena
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 • 1:40 AM - 2:25 AM
This skating lesson is for kids who are confident with the basics of skating will increase their skills and be introduced to new ways to move on the ice. Through drills and activities, they will learn: one-foot glides L-push forward and backwards sculling backwards skating Prerequisite: Skating lessons 2 or equivalent. Please bring: CSA approved hockey helmet, ice skates (Ensure skates are sharp. We do not provide skate sharpening), gloves/mittens Be prepared: Skate & Helmet Guidelines , Information about Helmets Video and Learn to Skate Program Video Forms/waivers: None
Venue: Father David Bauer Arena
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Learn the four components of water rescue, which are judgement, knowledge, skill and fitness. Full attendance is required and a practical test must be passed for certification. You will be introduced to lifesaving skills such as: tows and carries various defense and release methods for rescues of conscious and unconscious victims stroke efficiency and endurance being certified in CPR-C and AED Prerequisite: Bronze Star or 13 years old Please bring: Swimsuit, towel Forms/waivers: None
Venue: North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre
Friday, March 20, 2026 • 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Through classroom learning and practical experience with other participants, you will learn the skills necessary to become a certified aquatic fitness instructor. Full attendance is required and a practical exam must be passed for certification. Topics covered include: principles of exercising in water effects of exercising in water on body movement safety in water teaching and leadership skills Prerequisite: Fitness Alberta® Foundations in Physical Activity & Exercise Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, pen, notebook, water bottle, snacks and lunch/dinner Forms/waivers: None
Venue: North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre
Saturday, March 21, 2026 • 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
You will learn lifesaving techniques that will allow you to teach Swim for Life® swimming lessons, Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross courses. You will: learn lifesaving techniques including First Aid and CPR be introduced to leadership and teaching skills take part in practical training Prerequisite: 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher (candidates must present this award on the first day of the course). Apprenticeship: In course. This course requires 100% attendance and participation to complete. Please bring: Swimsuit, towel Forms/waivers: None
Venue: North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre
Saturday, March 21, 2026 • 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Become a certified lifeguard through in-pool and classroom learning. Full attendance is required and a practical test must be passed for certification. You will: expand on the skills and judgement learned in Bronze Cross practice lifesaving techniques take part in rescue training Prerequisite: Bronze Cross and current Intermediate First Aid certifications Please bring: Swimsuit, towel Forms/waivers: None
Venue: North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre